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    January 25th, 2012KirstenHoliday

    The whole trip we talked to Britton about going to a science museum. But, because of  “the sickness” we didn’t end up going anywhere until the day before we left. I figured we’d take the train to the Museum of Natural History, but we ended up at the Maryland Science Center in Baltimore.

    I didn’t get any pictures, inside, but the kids had so much fun! Unfortunately we got there pretty late so we didn’t have a lot of time; but thanks to our membership at the Denver museum, we got in free. So, we didn’t mind too much.

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    Inner Harbor in Baltimore. It was soooo cold!

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    Fun by the water

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    Shoulder time…

    We looked around the shops there and then ate dinner at the Cheesecake Factory since we couldn’t decide what kind of food to eat. I was glad that we got there. I was afraid we were going to miss out on it. Britton would’ve been so disappointed.

    As we drove home we stopped by the temple to see the lights–we hadn’t even done that yet. It was soooo pretty. They really do an amazing job there. I swear, every branch is covered in lights. And, with the temple seeming to float over the freeway, and how it glows at night is so beautiful. Since I didn’t get any pics of my own, check these out: DC Temple Lights

    We hurried through–didn’t even get out–because we were meeting Mark’s mom to see some other lights closer to their house. But, we got there just as it was closed. My fault. I thought it was a different day than it was and so I thought we had another hour! Britton didn’t care though, because he just liked seeing all the lights on the houses as we drove by.

    I love Christmas!

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    January 25th, 2012KirstenHoliday

    We flew out to DC the Thursday before Christmas and had a nice, relaxing week there. There was some sickness going around, but we managed to have some fun visits.

    My friend Teresa came over on Friday and we had a great visit. We haven’t seen her since just before Brit turned 2, so it’s been a while.

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    Thanks for coming over!

    Then, Mark’s Dad and his wife were on their way back to Dallas from Turkey and had a lay over in DC. So, we went to the airport to see them. We had a nice dinner and Britton enjoyed talking their ears off. Kaia even warmed up at the end.

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    Good to see you guys!

    On our last day we made it out to see my uncle Billy, his wife Heather and their kids. They just moved into a new place and we were excited to check it out. It was really fun seeing them. We haven’t seen them since that cute little blond guy was a baby, so they’ve all grown up a lot! Britton had so much fun with his cousins, running around and playing. And we adults were able to catch up for a while too. Unfortunately we had to get back and pack before our flight.

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    You should come out here…

    And, of course their adorable new little cousin G. He was sick most of the week, but we really had fun getting to meet him and play a little bit.

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    It’s pretty sad that we didn’t get any pictures with Grandma Karen, or Aunt Sara or Uncle Andrew. Who is apparently one of his new favorite people. He keeps talking about how he’s a Silly Goose and Uncle Andrew calls him.

    It was so much fun getting to see everyone. It one of our favorite parts of going to DC!

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    January 25th, 2012KirstenHoliday

    This Season Britton’s favorite book to read was ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. We have a few different versions…well, words are the same, but pictures/format is different. He was really excited about getting a visit like that this year.

    Because some family members were sick, we had a bit of a different lead up to Christmas this year. We did get to make the traditional Gingerbread Houses–with a disgusting amount of candy. But, not everyone was there to participate. And, I know pictures were taken, but I don’t have them. They did look pretty cool. We do two–boys and girls. The guys usually have crazy things like army people or big snakes in the front yard. The girl ones are a bit more traditional, but very cute none the less.

    We thought that we’d been spoiled during our “fake Christmas” but things were a little crazy here too.

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    First wake up snuggle…

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    Traditional “before presents” picture

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    Opening stockings. Some good stuff!

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    So yummy! Kaia loved the candy…of course

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    Britton got a new laptop from aunt Sara and Uncle Andrew.

     

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    “Santa” brought him a Crash Course. It goes great with all of the Hot Wheels he also got this year.

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    Aw, Kaia loved her dolly!

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    Santa even made a visit. Isn’t he cute!

    After all the excitement we hurried off to church. It was nice being able to go this year. It seems that we should have meetings every year on Christmas. I really liked having the spiritual message on Christmas day. The kids even did well and looked sooo cute!

    For the rest of the day I made dinner and the kids played with their toys. It was a very Merry Christmas! I hope all of you had one too.

     

     

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    January 19th, 2012KirstenHoliday

    To borrow the name from my friend Natalie, we had ourselves a “fake Christmas” before we left for DC. We definitely wanted to save space by not bringing any presents from “us” on the trip, but thought they may like a thing or two they were getting.

    It really turned out well.

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    In their “Christmas Eve” jammies from Grammie, waiting for the fun to begin.

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    Most asked for: Thomas and Friends

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    A rock collection from Gigi and Grandpapa

    Plus, he loved his boots!

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    Paper Jams–Drums. He’s a pretty good little rocker.

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    Cowgirl in training

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    She's a shoe girl. Oh My!

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    The destruction. People were way too generous!

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    I just like this one …

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    When I asked Britton what he wanted to get for Kaia he said a pink car. Never changed his mind. This one even goes on its own! She LOVES it!

    It was a fun night, and I’m glad we did it before our trip instead of after. Happy Fake Christmas!

     

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    January 18th, 2012KirstenHoliday

    We had a few Santa photo opps this season. Kaia, surprisingly, didn’t even cry!

    We just happened to be in one of the 10 or so cities in the country Microsoft was doing this photosynth thing–2 years in a row! Anyway, the digital files are small, so this is as big as we have.

    These are from the ward Christmas party:

    Seriously, when does Kaia ever have this mild of an expression when anyoneholds her besides me?

    He was a great Santa and we had a really nice party. It was fun getting to know people in our ward a little better and having a a chance to think about Christ as well

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    December 19th, 2011KirstenHoliday, Life

    I’m all out of witty titles today. But, I do need to post about Thanksgiving and our trip to Orange County before Christmas at least.
    We headed down the day before and it took 10 hours! It didn’t help that it was a holiday, plus we hit LA right during traffic time. But, we did make it all nice and well.
    The next day Kaia decided she would walk for the first time. We thought it was for real, but if you read the last post, not so much.
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    B and K with Grammie

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    Pretty little girl

    Unfortunately, these are the only pictures I got on Thanksgiving. But, we did have a day of thinking of our blessings. We do have so much and I am thankful that we were able to visit with family this holiday.

    Also on our trip we were able to spend most of the day with some of our best friends.

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    Britton and Mav had a great time! I loved visiting with Paige too. It’s been a while and we had a lot to talk about.

    For my birthday Mom made some DELICIOUS French Toast, then we went to Newport Beach for a bit. I don’t think I’ve ever walked down that pier at all. We always go to Balboa’s. But it was practically perfect weather and the kids really liked looking at the water.

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    Britton even got to touch a crab a local fisherman caught. He thought that was cool.

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    After lunch Mom watched the kids while Mark and I went to a movie–finally, it’s been months! We saw Twilight–and this time it actually worked. Saturday we tried to go, but the theatre was having problems. We ended up with 4 ticket vouchers and 2 popcorn ones. Too bad they don’t have those theatres where we live. So, we were glad it worked out this time!

    Happy Birthday to me!

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    December 19th, 2011KirstenKaia

    Kaia decided that she would show us she could walk on Thanksgiving Day.

    Then she was done. She has no interest in it. Other than walking on her knees. She does that a lot when she wants to carry something.

    She didn’t do it again till my birthday 4 days later. Tried again? Nope. When she doesn’t want to, she just kneels down when we stand her up.

    UPDATE: She has started to take a step or two away from us or the wall every once in a while. Hoping for progress this month or the doctor wants to see her again since at 15 months she’s in the last 10% to do it.

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    December 14th, 2011KirstenBritton

    So, the site Star-Kidz has a holiday Q&A where fans can submit questions and the stars answer.

    Here’s Britton’s: Q&A

    I just typed as he answered. What do you expect? He’s 3!

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    November 13th, 2011KirstenHoliday

    Britton wanted to be a kangaroo for Halloween again this year after he saw me packing it.  That was just fine with me since I didn’t have to think of anything. We thought it would be cute if Kaia was a koala to go with him. Oh, and it was pretty darn adorable!

    Our super cute little town had a community parade, crafty activities and trick or treating at local businesses. It was pretty warm, and a bit crowded, but I think Kaia had Britton had lots of fun.

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    Koala yawn

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    Zoo Keeper and her favorite Koala

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    And favorite Kangaroo

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    The parade: In front of us

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    The parade: Behind us

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    parading

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    animal friends

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    Ward costume parade

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    Look Mom! I got candy!

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    Little doggie...um, I mean Koala

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    cool! A whistle!

    They had a great time with all of their trick or treating and got quite a haul. Both of them were quite excited. Now…we still have the actual Halloween night. yikes!

     

     

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    November 13th, 2011KirstenHoliday

    Ok, maybe we didn’t eat these, but it was fun carving them.

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    ok, I'm ready

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    ewe...guts!

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    "helping"

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    carving time

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    Look at mine!

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    kid pumpkins

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    Mark and I did ours later but didn’t get pics. His was big and scary and I carved a white one to look like a skull. It was pretty cute.

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